1971 Citroen GS vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | GS | Korando |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |